RX100 III 20.1 MP Premium Compact Digital Camera w/1-inch Sensor and 24-70mm F1.8-2.8 ZEISS Zoom Lens (DSCRX100M3/B), 6in l x 4.65in w x 2.93in h, Black

(Update Dec 6th 2014) I highly recommend this book for the RX100M3 by Gary Friedman. I bought it and love it ([...]) I bought this camera because of its faster lens (f/1.8 to f2.8), which means, to me, more light entering onto the cameras sensor which, in turn, means to me slightly better images than previous models. Which translate to a shallower depth of field available. And that's exactly what I like and want in this model, and precisely why I bought it, even though I also have the previous M2 model. One thing I want to note here before I go on. The Aperture seems to move quite fast from 1.8 to 2.8 thru the smaller zoom range. In that, a case could be made that this lens is more of a steady 2.8 thru out the zoom range. So then what exactly did I get with this upgrade from my M2 to my new M3? Well, you've got the newer Bionz X processer. The new 180 degree LCD (for Selfies if you are so inclined). The pop-up EVF (which is an innovation in and of itself, and a help with image stabilization when pressed against my face). Zebra pattern and focus peaking which is available on my RX10 and now the M3. I feel the 24mm-70mm lens (though not the same reach as my previous M2 model - 28-100mm) is a good walk-around lens. And since I have been using this same zoom range for a long time on my DSLRs, I feel very comfortable with this zoom range in a very capable and now compact camera. When I use this for portraits at the long end of 70mm I expect to shoot mostly 1/2 to 3/4 body shots to full body shots. As opposed to the previous models zoom range of 28-100mm where I used it up to head and shoulder shots at the long end. This camera has the same Bionz X processor that Sony has in their A7 line of cameras (one of which, the A7R, that I have). That was another plus for me in buying this camera. As far as image stabilization, it is important to compact cameras today and thus, to me. And I find that holding the camera up to my face while using the EVF gives me the 'feel' of a more stabilized shot. And my pictures look better to me. This is important to me because now that I am in my 60's, try as I might, holding the M2 or my smartphone without an EVF - is not as steady as I'd like it to be or as I remember it was when I was younger. And I need image stabilization in lower light. And this EVF on my new compact M3 seems to provide that for me. The only 'unofficial' (perhaps non-technical) test I could do with this camera was to zoom it out to 70mm, and hold the shutter half-way to see how much 'lock' I had on the image. Then I tried it with my M2. My observation was that I did see an improved difference with the M3. There is a slight difference in camera size from the previous model (which I also have). The thickness of this model is about 2mm more. And the weight is about 8 to 9 grams more. What this also means in terms of fitting a leather case to it is that my previous models Sony leather case will not fit this camera. You're going to need the Sony LCJRXF/B Premium Jacket Case (Black). This new case will fit all previous models as well as this model. Just as the Sony LCJRXC/B Premium Jacket Case (Black) would only fit the M2 as well as the M1. Some people think that the case for the M2 will also fit the M3. It will not. I have tried it. I also recommend the custom camera grip by Richard Franiec (camera accessories by Richard Franiec). This goes for about 35$ and is worth its weight in gold - to me. It is far better than the Sony grip that I used on the M2 for 15$. Its made of metal (anodized aluminium) is sleek looking, feels good quality and solid, and gives you a good grip on the camera while still maintaining the cameras pocketability (because it doesn't protrude past the lens assembly). Of course with the camera grip added, the M3 will not fit in the Sony Leather camera case. So it is either one or the other. So to get around this I ordered another OP/TECH USA Soft Pouch Digital D-Micro (Black) for my M3 which I also have for the M2. And it fits great. If my review was any help with your decision to purchase, and I hope I was of some help, kindly choose 'Yes' in the comments section below. Thank You. Richard

This camera fits the bill for my needs and works perfectly. There are a few things about this camera that swayed me vs. the competition. I looked at many cameras before deciding which one to buy. The canon cameras which I was going to buy have a few problems that steer me from them, for example the Canon G7X does not accept aftermarket batteries and can only charge via a dock charger. I am not spending fifty dollars for a camera battery when the original runs out, I will use my old AA battery camera if I have to in that case. Many people report noise in videos from the mechanism on the canon cameras. This camera charges by USB and of course you have the option to use the dock charger of your choice if you wish, if you don't have a dock charger they are available cheaply here on amazon. More options for charging is always better. The USB can charge with any android phone charger and mini USB cable. I tried several and they all work. Nikon is nice and everything but apparently those require a specific adapter to use so you will have to make room for that and the cable on your charging strips. I can verify that this camera takes aftermarket batteries just fine, and they are very cheap, in the tune of around five to ten dollars each. Since a single battery will likely last for at least a year or more at minimum that is a great value. A camera is useless with a bad battery or without a battery or one that does not function properly, so its pointless to buy something that won't accept aftermarket batteries especially with an item this expensive I expect the camera to last me many years. I don't mind if the battery doesn't show properly on the meter, I haven't gotten that far with the camera yet, its easy enough to change it out with a spare in a very short amount of time and keep right on shooting. This is a fast camera, that means it takes a snapshot very quickly, therefore it would be ideal for real world use and families with kids, there is very little lag time between when you hit the button and when the picture is taken. I don't think you can find a faster camera of this size. If you need to catch something quickly, this is your camera. Its easy to use, I had no problem adjusting to it. The flash seems to be made out of metal which is good, the hinges are metal which is good. You do have to flip the flash up with a switch and push it back down manually. I recommend using a light touch on this, as it does feel delicate but I don't think I will have a problem with that, again the hinges are made of metal so it should last. The flash can be angled if you hold it in the position you want to keep it in while shooting the picture, not that difficult to do if you need to do it. Some people might need this feature so I am mentioning it here. The Sony RX100 MK2 has a tilting screen but cannot tilt into the selfie position making it pretty pointless in my opinion (I spent a long time trying to figure this one out so I figured I would write it here). If you want a camera that tilts into the selfie position you must buy this one, the MK3 or one of the newer versions. The original Sony RX100 doesn't have a tilting screen at all. The screen on the MK3 does tilt down about halfway as well. The screen feels delicate but the hinges are made of metal so again, they should be fine. Just use a light touch on it and you should be fine. I haven't tried the viewfinder much yet but it does pop up when you hit the button or switch, when you put the viewfinder down the camera turns off, might be minor thing for some people. I guess my only complaint is the grip accessory, its just too expensive. Its a NEEDED accessory and at $14 its literately a 2 inch piece of rubber with some adhesive on the back. Its easily the most expensive accessory I ever bought ever for anything. But I guess if someone is buying a camera that costs $700+ then an extra $14 isn't that big of a deal.... Update: I have to update this, this camera takes video with absolutely stunning quality, that is the only way to describe it, when playing the video back, it looks like you are actually there. I have never seen a camera produce such stunning video and I highly doubt there are many cameras on the market that can produce a video like this camera can. This camera captured my summer memories perfectly. The camera is sturdy and the battery lasts a long time, it got me through an entire day at a theme park where I took many pictures and made many videos and still had a little bit of battery left at the end of the day. You can probably take 200 photos easy and film a bunch of short videos and you will still have life left. I filmed a 10 min video and it held up great. I also filmed a couple local bands and even at night with bright lights the video was absolutely stunning. It works great in low light and indoors.

I went to a concert a few months back and had good seats, but only had an entry level smartphone to take pictures. As a result, the pictures were quite disappointing. I didn't want to be caught in a similar situation so after that experience, I decided to do some homework and look for a better camera. After reading many online camera reviews (articles and customer), I decided to go with the Sony RX100 III. The Sony RX 100 line is considered one of the highest quality cameras in a point and shoot form factor. As of today, there are six different RX 100 models, each with different capabilities and features. I chose the RX100 III over the other models for a few reasons. My main use of the camera is in a concert setting and the RX100 III, I believe, has the fastest lens of all the models and has the widest aperture which should be great for low light (though all models are considered great in low light also). Plus, though I don't plan on using often, having a flip-up screen for selfies can come in handy. The RX100 III has an EVF viewfinder whereas, the RX100 I and II models do not have a viewfinder. I'm really glad I decided to get a camera with the viewfinder as that comes in very handy using this instead of the LCD screen during a concert as to not disturb other audience members. I won't go into too much of the technical specs as but instead highlight features I like and dislike of the camera. Likes: - small size. I carry the camera in a case that I wear on my belt. - EVF viewfinder, great for concerts to turn off LCD display to not disturb others in audience - fast lens, 1 inch sensor, great for low-light situations - ability to shoot it JPG, RAW or RAW and JPG - three memory recall slots. This is great as I have saved all the settings I wish for concert picture taking in stored in one slot. All I need to do is recall the saved settings instead of having to fiddle with settings each time. Dislikes: - limited focal length of 24-70 mm optical zoom. Location, location, location. A good seat helps. - a lot of settings which can be a bit overwhelming - easy to accidentally bump the thumb wheel and change settings without knowing ( though the thumb wheel can be locked locked down) - buttons are not lit. So in the dark, I have to rely only by touch as to where the buttons are There are a lot of various setting options with this camera. Some are not that intuitive. I highly recommend the book "Photographer's Guide to the Sony DSC-RX100 III" as that explains a lot of settings which aren't readily apparent, like having the LCD display to automatically go blank when using the EVF viewfinder. Along with the book, I bought a couple of accessories. I got the Sony LCD screen protector along with an external grip (Haoge RX100 Skidproof Camera Bracket Holder Hand Grip for Sony Cyber-Shot) as some say the camera is slippery. I also got an extra battery and external charger. However, I found that I use the USB cable to charge more often as with the external grip, just charging the battery with the USB cable is more convenient to me that removing the grip each time. I have the camera set to save pictures in both JPG and RAW format. This saves two pictures for each shot. RAW saves all the information. If a picture is over or under exposed, with proper software, photos captured in RAW format can be adjusted after the shot. The camera also records high quality video and is known as a good camera for vlogging, though I haven't tried that at all. Overall, I really like the camera. It does take some getting used to and trial and error. I'm still learning some of the features. I included some pictures of my camera (with a external grip and screen protector). Also, a couple of concert photos (untouched, JPG format to give an idea of image quality) along with an outdoor low-light photo. If you have an up close seat, this camera can take some really terrific concert pictures, especially for a point and shoot. However, the 24-70 mm focal length does come into play. For pictures where I've been a few rows back, to simulate a zoom, I shoot using the highest megapixel, then crop the RAW photo. This is better than nothing, but there then is some noticeable noise in the picture. Acceptable but not as good as non-cropped. The best compliment I received thus far is a friend said something like "What's gotten into you? Those are the best pictures I've ever seen from you!". Good to know, better than the fail with the low end smartphone. I give the RX100 III five stars.

My DSC-RX100M3 arrived a few weeks ago, but I've only a chance to take a few pictures with it. It is amazingly compact, which is what I wanted, so that it fits in my pocket and thus more likely to be available when a shot comes up. Years ago I gave up lugging a monster around my neck. I also wanted a fully articulating LCD screen, so that one could protect it from scratches by folding it to face inward (like my old Canon, which recently failed, R.I.P.). But alas, this one only articulates upward 180º and downwards 45º -- OK for selfies, for shooting from over one's head in a crowd, and for use on a tripod to copy documents-- but the screen remains vulnerably exposed in storage (I found a suitable pocket case for it, and added cardboard to protect the screen when in pocket). I also hoped to replicate the AA battery size used by my old Canon, so that I can buy replacements most anywhere when they go dead at just the wrong time. But again, alas, the DSC-RX100M3 uses a lithium one, only rechargeable while in the camera (~230 minutes to full charge!, according to the manual), unless one buys a separate charger. The stock Sony charger that comes with the DSC-RX100M3 is basically just a not-very-powerful USB charger (output 5 volts at only 0.5 Amps), with no way to charge the battery directly. If plugged into the camera when it is turned on, one gets a non-closeable error message that blocks the screen to warn that the charger is not strong enough to power the camera for shooting. So I bought a separate non-Sony charger of output 4.2 volts at 0.6 Amps (Amazon item B00UFQOBI6) that came with two compatible batteries with higher Ampere-hours rating than the stock Sony one. The non-Sony charger also has convenient foldout parallel-blade prongs for 100-240-volt wall/mains charging, plus a 12-volt-plug and cable for car charging. The spare batteries have worked fine in the camera while the stock Sony one (NP-BX1) was being successfully charged out-of-camera in the non-OEM charger. The greatest feature of the DSC-RX100 series is its compact size, but it has little real estate and smooth surfaces that are not conducive to grip it securely, especially if one's hands are sweaty on a hot day. The spot for one's thumb is particularly small. To avoid dropping this close-to-US$800 item, I bought and added some features to make a drop less likely. One accessory was a "Skidproof Hand Grip For Sony RX100" (Amazon item 111556506274), which is similar to a pricier Sony one. But one has to be really careful to avoid airgaps if placing it too close to the lens, because once it sticks even partially, it's very hard to reposition. I suggest testing the grip's position while temporarily keeping in place the peel-off strip that covers the strong 3M adhesive on its camera-contact side, in order to see where it needs to be to get 100% contact with the flat and curvy camera front. But even the grip did not provide enough friction to protect this expensive little camera. So I also bought 3M Safety-Walk® slip resistant tread (3M part number 7635 or 7635NA), which is sold to provide friction for stair and ladder treads and other potentially slippery surfaces. I cut it with scissors and carefully applied it to all camera surfaces where fingers are likely to be gripping the camera, but would not interfere with its function. See uploaded photographs. Given the 3-dimensionality of the grip, cutting the tread in one piece that would cover all the grip's surfaces took some trial and error. But it would probably be fine to use separate pieces of the 3M tread tape for the grip. The tiny thumb-hold spot also needed the increased friction of a piece of 3M tread if it is to be held securely. Now even with slippery, sweaty hands, I can grip the camera in various ways with less chance of dropping it. I also added an REI cordlock, so that the DSC-RX100M3's cord can be adjusted to fit snugly around my right wrist to allow sturdier access with forefinger to the top buttons. Finally, as the the paper instructions booklet that comes with the camera is pretty basic, I recommend downloading the full 214-page "How to Use" owner's manual from the Sony website. This camera is like flying a 747, compared to the instrumentation and features of a Piper Cub, so learning its features will be useful, even if rarely or never used. One can easily get into a menu dead-end without obvious way to back out. All in all, a great camera. But with both rechargeable lithium and non-rechargeable lithium batteries now available in standard AA battery format, I sure wish some camera company would design a perhaps slightly larger camera to take them, as well as a fully-articulating LCD screen that can have its business side folded inward when not needed. Thus, only 4 stars for this one.

I changed my rating back to one star because I once again have problems with the manual setting. i have had two of these cameras. The first broke because I used it in the rain and didn't know about the corrosion problem. The second I bought a year ago, vowing to keep it out of the rain and any kind of hint of rain and humidity. I did that. After about six months, the manual setting feature stopped working. Sony helped me with that. Now it's out of warranty, and I can't use the manual setting because I can control the aperture. Don't buy this camera. I had given this camera one star because the manual setting stopped working. I contact Sony support and got the message to initialize the camera. I did, and it worked. I now have a manual setting again. I like the camera a lot because it is small and the quality of the photos is good. I'm still looking for a compact with the highest quality photo possible, but that is probably a vain hope. Here are the directions I received. Try initializing the unit by going to MENU - SETUP - SETTING RESET - INITIALIZE. I did not like having to reset my cameral, however. This is what I wrote for the one-star review. The rating is so low because the manual setting is a big reason I wanted the camera. I would give it five stars but I think Sony needs to fix the problem with not being able to use the camera in damp conditions. I had this version of the RX 100M for about a month when the manual setting no longer worked. I could no longer focus the foreground and blur the background with the manual setting. I intended to ask for a new camera as it was under warranty. Unfortunately, I got involved with other parts of my life and forgot about the issue. I used the manual yesterday, and it still didn't work. I thought I would use the aperture setting, thinking I would get the foregrounding effect I wanted. Still didn't work. This camera is a huge disappointment. This is my second RX 100M. I had the II version, but it stopped working in Ireland this summer (2015) when I used it in the rain. I liked the camera otherwise and decided to get the III. I have treated the III as if it were a newborn baby. The manual and aperture settings stopped working anyway. I don't recommend any version of this camera even though it's compact and the quality of the photos is good. I've attached photos. The first is aperture at 1.8 and the other is a manual setting with aperture at 2.8 and shutter speed around 350. Terrible.

I bought the RX100 in its original configuration a few years ago when it first came out. I liked the camera from the outset and have taken more than a few pictures with it that I am really happy with. It is my choice for backing up my Nikon D4 or D800 when I can't deal with taking along two large DSLRs. I took a look at DXO mark and they rate the sensor the same as the sensor for my old D200 which may sound like damning with faint praise but the D200 was a workhorse and shot a lot of great stuff. I will say at the outset that I like the M3 a lot. I am happy I upgraded from the original but I think that if you have the M2 you may not need this update. The faster lens is a noticeable improvement. Indoor shots without flash at reasonable ISO's are much more feasible now. Updated 6/24/14 - I thought I would add a comment about a statement from the dpreview piece on the M3. Dpreview praises the cameras abilities and then go on to say that it is not "fun" to shoot with. I guess an old SX-70 may have been more fun with all the whirring and spitting of prints but beyond that I am at a loss. I have had great creative session with both the M1 and M3. In fact, one of my favorite things about the camera is that is so easy and transparent to handle. Pros: Articulating LCD - I think this is a huge improvement over the original RX100. The ability to easily shoot high or low angle pictures is a great advantage. I have always liked using compact cameras from the ant's eye view and this makes it a lot easier to do. Like most of the construction of the RX100m3, the articulating LCD feels well built but clearly this is not a ruggedized camera. Care must be taken with the flash, EVF and LCD or damage could result. Things don't feel cheap they just don't feel "battle ready" Picture Quality - I really like the output of the RX100M3. The pictures are sharp, vivid and relatively free of noise at moderate ISO settings. One of the big improvements in the area of low light is the enhanced widest aperture of the lens. One can pixel peep any lens into a corner (no pun intended) but Sony has done a very respectable job here. I will discuss this more later but by going with a fast, modest zoom with a nice wide end, Sony has created a more enthusiast oriented camera. As Robert Capa said, "If your pictures aren't good enough, you're not close enough." Zoom - As mentioned above the zoom range is modest. I just really like the ability to use 24mm equivalent at the wide end. The zoom speed is quite good. Again, I think it compares favorably to other high-end compacts that I have used. EVF - When I opened the EVF for the first time and look through it was terrible. Then I adjusted the diopter and it was beautiful. Seriously beautiful. This is my first EVF and I like it very much. I can see using it a great deal with this camera. Shutter - The shutters drops very quickly without any undue lag. I really like the burst mode on this camera with the shutter sounds turned off. It is a great way to get very natural candids of friends and family. Neutrals: Weight - The RX100M3 is noticeably heavier than the original. Noticeably but not significantly heavier. Yes, when you pick it up you are just a touch more cognizant of gravities pull but nowhere near the point where you would leave on the table because it's too heavy to deal with. When carrying and using the camera the extra weight never crossed my mind. Size - Certainly related to weight but also a function of adding goodies like the EVF and articulating LCD. I wear a lot of clothes with big pockets and I have never been one to just stuff a compact camera in a pants pocket on an ongoing basis. I have a very small Lowepro belt case for my original RX100 and the new one fits perfectly even with an extra battery tucked inside. The size and weight differences are certainly discreet. Added 6/22/14 The current implementation of the Fn button is very nice. I really didn't use this button in the past but now it brings up a very clear, easy to follow UI for the some of the most commonly accessed functions. I really like this feature. Added 6/22/14 I am growing very fond of the artificial horizon in the EVF. Despite 30+ years of photography I am still amazed how often in Lightroom I have to straighten the horizon. Maybe my head is just tilted. Whatever the cause, the artificial horizon really helps and as a result I am not losing any of the frame having to rotate in post. Cons: Menus - While the menu system on the M3 is improved and certainly better than the old NEX software it could still use improvement. My biggest complaint has to do with navigating between menu categories and sub-menus. To me the UI manipulation is not intuitive but is certainly workable. Functions - Marketing people are wonderful and I know scene modes and scene recognition must be important to some segment of customers but I am not in that demographic. I suppose there is little harm in all the bells and whistles but it is very funny that Sony includes both an Automatic and Superior Automatic mode. When does one say, "I don't want the superior results, let me kick this baby down to stinky normal Automatic mode." Items on which the jury is still out. Wi-fi - I know there are people who can't wait for the favorite camera to come out with built in wi-fi so it can't be dismissed. I would only say that thus far my experience with the RX100M3's wi-fi functions have been cursory and I will amend this review when I am able to be more definitive about my experience. Would I recommend this camera? For a lot of people yes I would. If you are an enthusiast this is a credible compact contender. If you are an ultralight traveller who likes good photos this is also a good choice. If you are thinking of some for an adventure vacation with water, snow, sand or surf, probably better to look at a ruggedized compact. Up until the RX100 all my compacts had been Canon's and they were great. I am happy with the move to Sony and believe I will be happy with the M3 for several years.

Debated whether or not to go with the MKII, MKIII, or MKIV for a while. Finally decided on the MKIII because while the extra features like the improved slowmo capabilities at up to 1000fps, super fast shutter speed a 1/32000, an improved resolution EVF, 4k video recording, and generally improved image quality from the stacked CMOS sensor are fantastic, they weren’t justified for intended use at the cost of $200 more. This camera is intended as a high quality point and shoot travel camera and in that realm it succeeds without the added cost for the MKIV. The build quality is fantastic although from my research and what I can tell, this camera is not weather sealed which would have of course been preferred. Other than that, the metal construction feels solid, the flip out screen feels sturdy enough, and the customizable ring is very smooth and functional. For the most part the buttons are easy enough to press but like others have mentioned, the video record button can either be pressed inadvertently or sometimes hard to get to when you need it. The menu is typical for Sony cameras and although I’m used to it having used other Sony cameras, I can understand that it would feel a bit clunky to others who aren’t used to it. For those new to Sony cameras, it can definitely take a while to get comfortable and familiar with but it will be in your best interest to learn it and customizing your buttons well. The image quality and video quality are outstanding. I have not used other high end point and shoot style cameras besides this but I use the A6300 with some decent lenses and I can say that you can take pictures with quality much closer to the A6300 than any other $200-$400 point and shoot. I don’t want to get into image quality too much because there are a lot of places you can go for very in depth reviews on the image quality but let me just say that it is fantastic. If you’re coming from a typical point and shoot camera you will be amazed at what this little camera is capable of. Deciding between the MKIII and the MKII was a little difficult as well. At the time I bought the MKIII, the MKII was $250 less. Part of the reason I went with the MKIII was because of the EVF and the fact that I didn’t plan on using the hotshoe on the MKII. I’d say for the most part just snapping pictures, the LCD screen is fine and easier to use but sometimes there is just too much sun or you really want to look closely and review a shot to make sure you got good focus. While I steered away from the super slowmo on the MKIV I did want the ability to do some slowmo which the MKIII seemed to have over the MKII. One thing that made it tricky was the fact that the MKIII loses some zoom range going to 24-70(35mm equivalent) from the 28-100 on the MKII. I do think having better wide angle is more important for this type of camera but it is still somewhat unfortunate for it to lose so much zoon in my opinion. It does keep the aperture down to f2.8 at 70mm compared to the f4 at the same focal length of the MKII so it does stay pretty bright at the long end which is a major plus for me. There are a few things I’d like to see a little different on this camera. First off, the price is a little high and considering the price drops after the new versions are released, I thought this might be a little cheaper. It isn’t a big deal and you really can’t go into the RX100 line thinking that you’re just getting a point and shoot. Second, I would have loved to see a touch screen on this camera. In fact, if the MKIV included a touch screen, I would have happily paid the $200 more for a well implemented touch screen. The touchscreen just makes navigation on the camera so much easier as well as using it to change your focus point. At the price point I really would have liked to see it, but you can live without it. Finally, the ergonomics are secondary to style. They continue with their very minimalist design and while it looks great, the metal clad camera is very slippery and small which makes holding comfortably sometimes a challenge. I bought the adhesive grip sold by Sony for the RX100 and it is great. It adds a nice bit of rubbery grip to the right side of the camera and it looks great too. I wish the camera either came like this already or included the nearly $15 dollar grip in the box. It wasn’t a deal breaker but it would have been a great addition considering the cost. This is not a full in depth review of the camera. If you want tech specs and a full listing of all of the features, there are sites for that because it would take me a long time to go over all of the great features and specs. This camera is loaded with great features, fantastic specs, and it produces amazing pictures and video. What I am trying to do here is tell you why I went with the MKIII considering the MKII and MKIV are both available and are both excellent cameras. I wanted some slowmo video, the better low light capabilities and general image quality, and the EVF which the MKII didn’t have but I didn’t need the super slowmo, 1/32000 shutter speed, and 4k video that the MKIV has. Overall I am very satisfied with my purchase and am very impressed with the photos and video that the RX100 MKIII provides. I considered giving it 4/5 stars for the reasons I stated but felt that the positives outweighed the negatives by a lot. If you are not happy with the pictures your standard point and shoot is giving you and don’t really want to take the step to mirrorless or DSLR cameras, this is what you’re looking for and I can easily recommend the RX100 MKIII. Be aware that there are currently 4 versions of the RX100 ranging in features and value. I will update my review should I find anything else great or not so great about the camera.

This little camera provides incredible performance in a very compact package! I was looking for a "pocketable" camera with a fast lens and large sensor, and the RX100 III delivers. I initially felt that the pop up electronic view finder was a critical feature. However, in practice I have seldom used it, even though it provides a great image. An extremely useful feature is the tilting rear LCD screen, which I use often when holding the camera at waist level or over my head. This allows me to effectively frame the shot when the subject is down low (pets or grandkids) or if I have to contend with a crowd or other obstruction blocking the subject. I haven't found the limited zoom range to be much of a handicap, especially when the camera is set to take 20MP exposures. While the files are big, this allows for substantial cropping, which has the same effect as zooming in further- without significant loss of detail. In the past, I typically set my cameras on "Intelligent Auto" or equivalent. However, with the RX100 III I've gone to consistently using the "Program" mode, in which the camera automatically sets the shutter speed and aperture. It is very easy to rotate the control wheel on the camera back with your thumb to select other aperture and shutter speed combos to your liking, depending on the situation. I've also set up the rear control wheel to allow very quick ISO adjustment. All the buttons plus the control ring on the front of the camera are programmable, which makes the camera highly customizable to suit your personal way of shooting. I've programmed the front control ring to adjust exposure compensation while in Program Mode. Being able to customize the functions of the buttons, etc., eliminates the need to dig through the many layers of menus to set the camera the way you want. Another feature that sold me on the RX100 III is its ability to shoot video in both AVCHD and XAVC S formats, the latter of which allows 50Mbps Full HD (1920x1080) 60p recording for incredible results. However, I've quickly found that my dated iMac isn't nearly fast enough to easily work with such high quality video. I've found two references to be very helpful in getting up to speed on the RX100 III. The first is a YouTube video by Dave Cheung (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6SqyM3_AQu0) that offers what is essentially a tutorial on how to customize the functions of the camera's buttons and other controls. You don't have to set the controls as he recommends, but his suggestions are a very good starting place. The second is an eBook (Kindle edition) by Alexander White (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00N325FIY/ref=oh_aui_d_detailpage_o00_?ie=UTF8&psc=1) that in effect provides a comprehensive pocket guide on my iPhone or iPad (requires the Kindle Reader app). I found this to be very useful during a recent trip to Disney World, unlike the useless little manual that comes with the camera. This eBook includes color photos showing the results of various camera settings and functions, and I often refer to it on my iMac as well. While the RX100 III fits in the front pocket of my jeans or shorts, I also often use the ApeCase120 belt pack, which is just large enough to hold the camera by itself. It has a secure velcro closure on the flap, which allows for quick retrieval of the camera, and the pack is well made and about as small as possible.

This little camera is fantastic! I cannot believe the quality of photos I get with a compact camera. It is easy to use in manual mode, and even the intelligent modes yield amazing results. You will not believe the quality of photos taken in extremely low light. So far as compact cameras go, this one can't be beat, not by a long shot. Quite literally amazing.

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The Sony RX100M3 Premium Compact Camera is an exceptional product for both amateur and professional photographers. The camera's compact size makes it easy to carry around, and its high-quality features make it worth every penny. The image and video quality of this camera are outstanding. The 20.1 megapixel sensor captures stunningly detailed images, and the Carl Zeiss lens ensures that the pictures are sharp and clear. Additionally, the camera can shoot 1080p full HD videos with excellent clarity and detail. One of the standout features of this camera is the built-in electronic viewfinder. This allows for easy framing of shots, even in bright sunlight. The tilting LCD screen is also a great feature, making it easy to take pictures from different angles. Another impressive aspect of this camera is its fast autofocus system. This makes it easy to capture fleeting moments and ensures that your pictures are always in focus. The camera's low light performance is also impressive, making it a great choice for indoor and outdoor photography.

The device works. Everything was there. However, it was not in its original package. It was not sealed.

I have a nikon DSLR camera but was finding it difficult to carry around during family trips. I wanted to buy a compact point and shoot camera which shoots good quality pictures. Researched and found out that sony Rx 100 range are the best especially if you are in india as panasonic tz 100 series are not avaliable in india and leica cameras though launched recently are very expensive. I wanted to buy M2 as it has back illuminated sensor for better low light photoghrahy and wifi enabled to transfer photos to phone wirelessly. At the last moment, bought M3 as i got good deal and it has 180 degrees tiliting LCD screen for selfies and a wide 24mm lens for better landscapes. Also the electronic viewfinder is great toy if you like gadgets though i m not using it much. Picture quality is very good, comparable to DSLR and low light photography is ok. The photos posted were taken in poor lighting conditions but the camera did well. Its small and can be kept in pocket. It takes time to getting used to sony menu. Overall happy. Go for it. If budget no problem, go for higher versions.